weaponize or weaponise (ˈwɛpəˌnaɪz)

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Word forms: weaponizes, weaponizing, weaponized

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regional note: in BRIT, also use weaponise

verb

If a substance or material is weaponized, it is used as a weapon or made into a weapon. If an area is weaponized, it is used as a location for weapons. [V n] ⇒ They were close to weaponizing ricin - a lethal plant toxin. [V n] ⇒ ...the plan to weaponize outer space.